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Seeing Hearts: 5 Valentine’s Day Themed Timepieces

Happy Hallmark Holiday to those who celebrate, and even for those who don’t, we’re using this Valentine’s Day as an excuse to put together an array of love-inspired timepieces for all. From red and pink hues to tourbillons beating like a mechanical heart, we’ve assembled a list of five watches that follow the theme criteria...

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Feb 14, 2023 by WatchTime

It’s Time – WatchTime New York 2024 Tickets On Sale Now!

After an incredible show in 2023, WatchTime New York, the premier collector’s event in North America, is set to return to Manhattan from October 18th to 20th, 2024. WatchTime New York 2024 promises to be even more spectacular, with the show marking the 25th anniversary of WatchTime and bringing together the world’s finest watchmakers, timepieces,...

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Jun 20, 2024 by WatchTime

Jaeger-LeCoultre Launches The Collectibles, a Collection of Vintage Timepieces

Jaeger-LeCoultre surprises with the The Collectibles, a new product program that is geared to collectors of vintage pieces. Introduced to coincide with the anniversary of 190 years, it will form part of Jaeger-LeCoultre’s ongoing offer. The Collectibles presents a meticulously curated collection of twelve rare and sought-after timepieces that symbolize horological milestones, not only in Jaeger-LeCoultre’s...

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Feb 9, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Hands-On With the New Roger Dubuis Excalibur Blacklight Monobalancier (And Some Thoughts on the Brand)

Roger Dubuis is loud and in your face. This is the first thing one must accept at face value to understand the appeal of Richemont’s most nonconformist brand. The second thing is to realize that design language and watchmaking are two separate things that exist independently of each other. You may not love the design,...

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Feb 9, 2023 by Bilal Khan

Méraud Introduces the Regatta-Inspired, Landeron 248 Powered Antigua

Channeling the golden age of chronograph designs, Méraud Watch Co introduces its latest in the new Antigua model. Serving as an ode to the Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta race in the Caribbean, the watch follows-up on the 2019-introduced Bonaire diver, which like today’s model was itself a 1960s vintage-inspired timepiece. In design, the new Antigua...

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Feb 7, 2023 by Caleb Anderson

Hands-On Debut: Accutron Astronaut Reissue and Updated Bulova Lunar Pilot Chronographs

Just released by Bulova and Accutron are a set of new watches paying tribute to the historic relationship between the brands and NASA. Accutron kicks off what will be a series of re-editions with the new limited edition Astronaut that is characterized by a black and white day/night bezel. Bulova continues to refine their Archive...

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Feb 7, 2023 by Bilal Khan

Hublot Debuts New Classic Fusion Takashi Murakami Black Ceramic Rainbow Watch

In 2021, Hublot announced its first collaboration with Takashi Murakami, one of the most celebrated contemporary artists of our time. The watches have all explored Murakami’s “Smiling Flower” motif, with the first watch being an all-black Classic Fusion that was later followed up by a fanciful and captivating all-sapphire Rainbow model. Now, Hublot is releasing...

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Feb 2, 2023 by Bilal Khan

Celebrating 135 Years, Carl F. Bucherer Launches Five Watch Capsule Collection Done in Black

Just released by Carl F. Bucherer is a new capsule collection that puts a unique spin on five of the brand’s most popular watches. With 2023 marking the 135th anniversary of the brand, each of the five watches will debut in a city that has played an important role in Carl F. Bucherer’s history. The...

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Jan 31, 2023 by Bilal Khan

Green Rambles: Numbers Don’t Say Everything

Today I heard an interesting conversation between two people about cars. One argued that a certain Tesla was better than a Mercedes because it was faster and available at a lower price. I kept out of it, although hearing this conversation transported me about 25 years back in time when on a sunny summer day,...

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Jan 30, 2023 by Martin Green

0/+2 seconds a day: Omega Unveils New Speedmaster Super Racing, Ultra Precise Spirate System

Omega today announced another technical milestone in its impressive horological legacy in the new Spirate System, which includes a new patent-pending spiral that allows for ultra-fine rate adjustments. Thanks to this one-of-a-kind mechanism, Omega calibers can now achieve a certified precision of only 0/+2 seconds a day, which is a new record for the brand....

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Jan 26, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

A Trip Through Space and Time: Jaeger-LeCoultre Stages The Stellar Odyssey Exhibition in Dubai

For the month of February, Dubai will host The Stellar Odyssey, a major exhibition by Jaeger-LeCoultre, which pays homage to the astronomical phenomena that lie at the origins of time measurement. The exhibition is an invitation for watch enthusiasts and the general public alike to discover how the mysteries of the cosmos are translated into...

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Jan 25, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Beginning the Year of the Rabbit with Seven Symbolic Timepieces

January 22nd marks the beginning of the Chinese New Year and thus will kick off the Year of the Rabbit. The twelve animals of the Chinese zodiac are representative symbols of Chinese history, mythology, and customs. More than any other of the animals in the zodiac, the rabbit is closely associated with luck and bringing...

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Jan 22, 2023 by Caleb Anderson

Vacheron Constantin Métiers d’Art: The Legend of the Chinese Zodiac in the Year of the Rabbit

It’s a fine tradition in the world of haute horlogerie: every year, the colorful animal kingdom of the Chinese zodiac inspires a select circle of high-end manufactures to create artistic and fanciful métiers-d’art timepieces. In 2023, they have an enchanting template in the form of the hare, bringing the symbolic furry animal to life in...

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Jan 19, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

So Much More Than Rock ‘n’ Roll: Jaquet Droz’s Unique Homage to The Rolling Stones

When it comes to the creation of magnificent and highly detailed automaton wristwatches, no star shines as bright above the skies of the Swiss haute horlogerie scene as the one of Jaquet Droz. The latest bravura piece, a unique artistic oeuvre, pays a precision-mechanical musical tribute to The Rolling Stones. The release is the first...

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Jan 19, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Understatement at its Finest: Three Dress Watches to Kick off 2023 in Style

Dress watches focus on simple time indication without frills, yet they fascinate with a design that is as straightforward as it is elegant. With this refined charisma, they are perfect for festive occasions, special events or classic business meetings, but also combine intricate and casual styles. Their pure design does not mean uniform or even...

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Jan 18, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Piaget Launches Limited Altiplano Model to Honor the Chinese New Year

As a tribute to the cultural Chinese New Year’s festivities, Piaget‘s limited-edition Altiplano timepiece features this year’s zodiac animal, the water rabbit, in sophisticated Grand-Feu cloisonné enamel. The hare is said to bring hope and a long life. The tiny art work was created together with master enameler Anita Porchet and is limited to just...

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Jan 17, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Introducing the Certina DS-2 Powermatic 80

60 years old but young at heart: Certina’s hallmark sports timepiece, the DS-2, celebrated a small anniversary in 2022. With its tonneau-shaped stainless steel case measuring 40mm by 38mm that is water resistant to 200 meters, the latest addition to the family is a truthful interpretation of the first models that featured the DS system that...

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Jan 16, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Setting Sail: Corum Introduces the Admiral 38 Automatic

Corum introduces a new version of its maritime inspired timepiece, the Admiral which was born over 60 years ago, in a scaled-down case size that caters to all wrist sizes. The Admiral 38 Automatic embarks on a journey in a black PVD treated titanium case that has a diameter of 38mm and a svelte height...

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Jan 13, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Comfort Embracing Lightness: Meet the C by Romain Gauthier Titanium Edition Bracelet

Romain Gauthier adds a new execution to its luxury sports watch C that was introduced in 2021. As dubbed in the name, the C by Romain Gauthier Titanium Edition Bracelet features the Swiss independent brand’s first bracelet crafted from light titanium grade 5. In keeping with its brand value, “The Evolution of Tradition,” a high...

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Jan 12, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Introducing the Blancpain Villeret Calendrier Chinois Traditionnel

To celebrate the beginning of the Chinese New Year, Blancpain once again launches a limited edition Traditional Chinese Calendar model that is dedicated to one of the zodiac signs. In 2023, the water rabbit takes center stage. Crafted from platinum in a 50-piece limited edition, this exceptional haute horlogerie timepiece is based on the principles...

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Jan 12, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Mellow Yellow: Union Glashütte’s Belisar Chronograph Speedster

Motor meets rotor in Union Glashütte’s latest Belisar Chronograph which is aptly called Speedster. The German brand has given its popular stopwatch a fancy coat of paint inspired by a vintage car. Its sporty silver dial is distinguished by a strong yellow hue in the lower third, which makes the watch a real eye-catcher. The...

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Jan 11, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

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